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The word list for the Scripps National Spelling Bee is crafted by a panel of 21 people, including five former Scripps champions.
Springer's publicist confirmed his death to CBS News on Thursday.
Donations poured in within hours after Damar Hamlin suddenly suffered cardiac arrest after a tackle, with some donating thousands.
This season's Ravens have won five in a row after opening with a loss at Las Vegas. A win this weekend would give coach John Harbaugh's team a two-game cushion at the top of the division.
Authorities say the officer suspected the girl was using a backpack to shoplift when he approached her. Police say the girl resisted and fled before she was shocked.
Rosalyn Baldwin, 8, is on an important mission. She travels all across the United States, hugging as many police officers as she can.
Flacco is entering his 10th NFL season and has thrown for 32,639 yards with 182 touchdowns and 117 interceptions over his career. He led the Ravens to the playoffs six times and was the MVP of Super Bowl XLVII.
A Cincinnati Children's Hospital doctor who works with newborns addicted to heroin says the opiate epidemic is harming children born addicted and creating chaos for older kids who can't have normal childhoods because of their parents' drug problems.
With online declarations such as "Harambe Lives!" the Ohio zoo gorilla shot and killed after a 3-year-old boy got into his enclosure has taken on life after death.
Mid-Summer Classic. Plenty of orange and black on the American League squad.
A practical visitor guide for MLB All-Star Weekend, along with recommendations for lodging, dining and sightseeing in Cincinnati.
Visiting Cincinnati for the 2015 MLB All-Star game? Here are some can't-miss food stops to add into your travel itinerary.
The Ravens opened the season at home with their worst game. A few weeks later, the Ravens (5-2) have a chance to take control of the division.
Here is what you need to know about the College Football Playoff.
Is Andy Dalton worth it though? According to Lapham, "Andy Dalton can win games with them. He averaged 10 wins a season. Doesn't have the arm strength but he has good numbers." Dalton's game is more running than passing. With Dalton looking good what is going on with the other positions? The Bengals are looking good on defense but Lapham says that if there is anything to be worried about, it would be the offensive line. All the other positions all have great starters besides the o-line.
Cincinnati Mayor John Cranley announced Thursday he has nominated a Baltimore city official for Cincinnati city manager.
"I think Cincinnati is the best team in the division, but for some reason the Ravens and Steelers have their number, and they seem to have a psychological advantage over the Bengals each time they play," Wilcots added. The Ravens may have that advantage on the field, but off it, there have been some issues. In regards to Ray Rice's situation, Wilcots made a point that most Ravens fans have expressed in the last several days.
Those kids from Harvard are getting a passing grade when it comes to the first game of the NCAA tournament.
If you ask many people around the NFL to give you a prediction for this weekend's San Diego-Cincinnati AFC Wild Card game, most folks would lean towards the Bengals.
With the post-season in front of them now, the San Diego Chargers are hoping to stick around for a while as the AFC playoffs kick off this coming weekend.
What seemed only like a pipe dream a few weeks ago became reality this past Sunday for the San Diego Chargers and their fans.
The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Cincinnati Bengals in OT 20-17 at M&T Bank Stadium on November 10, 2013 in Baltimore, Maryland.
Giovani "Gio" Bernard is creating monster waves during training camp for the Cincinnati Bengals that may prove to be a "Haitian Hurricane" on the NFL field.
The conference announced the decision Wednesday after university presidents approved the new moniker earlier in the day.
Don't be surprised if Iona pushes Ohio State. If the Gaels make some shots early on, this one could very interesting.
The Maryland Lottery awarded more than $33.1 million in prizes during the week of December 23-29, including 37 tickets worth $10,000 or more, the lottery announced Monday.
The Archdiocese of Baltimore's Grief ministry is set to gather to commemorate those who have lost their lives to gun violence, as Baltimore City counts a total of 200 homicides in 2024.
An off-duty Anne Arundel County Police officer was arrested Sunday for suspicion of driving under the influence, according to department officials.
A Baltimore man was arrested and charged with the murder of his mother, according to police.
Maryland is accusing three auto dealerships of violating the Consumer Protection Act by conducting a price gouging scheme, and deceive customers, according to a lawsuit filed by the Attorney General's Office.
Maryland leaders are mourning the death of former President Jimmy Carter, who died on Sunday at 100 years old.
A 30-year-old father has been charged with the murder of his 4-year-old son and the shooting of two others on Christmas Eve in Baltimore County, according to police.
Former President Jimmy Carter, who died on Sunday at 100 years old, was known for his partnership with Habitat for Humanity and helping build homes for those in need in Maryland and across the world.
The Archdiocese of Baltimore's Grief ministry is set to gather to commemorate those who have lost their lives to gun violence, as Baltimore City counts a total of 200 homicides in 2024.
Expect a breezy and beautiful day ahead. Showers and storms are likely New Year's Eve evening before midnight.
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
Robyn Murphy with the Baltimore Office of Promotion and Arts (BOPA) and Linzy Jackson III with the mayor's office share details on the New Year's Eve celebration.
Susan Ina Academy of Performing Arts will host its Winter Benefit Performance to raise awareness for Williams Syndrome.
Trax on Wax in Catonsville talks holiday hits and the hottest new music on vinyl.
Janay Reece is live from Chanukah House of Pikesville for a peak at its expanded holiday display.
John Shields, owner, talks about the evening events for the inaugural extravaganza and shares a few of the signature drinks that will be available for guests.
From new ownership to offseason acquisitions to a league MVP, Baltimore once again had a thrilling year in sports.
Two former Baltimore Ravens players may soon be inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame.
Corbin Burnes and the Arizona Diamondbacks have agreed to a $210 million, six-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press late Friday night.
For the second year in a row, the Baltimore Ravens will be on the road, playing on Christmas Day.
Fortune finally smiled on the Baltimore Ravens in their heated rivalry with Pittsburgh.
Former President Jimmy Carter built a legacy as a tireless champion for peace.
The stopgap measure will fund the government and provide tens of billions in disaster relief.
Democrats elect a new party chair on Feb. 1, following the loss of the presidency and the Senate and the narrow failure to win the House in 2024.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing a revolt from fellow Republicans over a last-minute measure to keep the government funded and avoid a shutdown.
The 1,500-page measure would have done much more than prevent a government shutdown.
Dave Portnoy, the President of Barstool Sports, stopped at a Baltimore pizza shop this week for a review and committed to gifting the owner $60,000 to keep the store open for another year.
Baltimore County Police brought joy to youth with their 23rd annual Shop With a Cop event, uniting the community this holiday season.
More than 80 trauma professionals and first responders received a huge honor from the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center Saturday night.
One of the Baltimore Ravens' biggest fans is gaining recognition for her handmade outfits filled with purple passion. So much so, that what she wears is going viral!
Anne Arundel County's Luke Borchelt is making waves with his new song, Every Rain, which has over 800,000 streams on Spotify.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
A TreeHouse Foods recall of over 600 types of waffles has been expanded to include pancakes and Belgian waffles.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
A benefit raising money for relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be broadcast Saturday night.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Liam Payne, 31, died Wednesday after falling into the interior patio of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Expect a breezy and beautiful day ahead. Showers and storms are likely New Year's Eve evening before midnight.
Expect a breezy and beautiful day ahead. Showers and storms are likely New Year's Eve evening before midnight.
Expect a breezy and beautiful day ahead. Showers and storms are likely New Year's Eve evening before midnight.
Mild and breezy Monday in Maryland
Fog followed by bright, mild Monday in Maryland
Expect a breezy and beautiful day ahead. Showers and storms are likely New Year's Eve evening before midnight.
Baltimore City Hall and two other municipal buildings reopened Monday after mitigation efforts were carried out to treat elevated levels of legionella bacteria discovered in the water system, according to city officials.
No injuries were reported after a dump truck crashed into a building in Towson, according to Baltimore County Fire officials.
Of the 200 homicides reported in Baltimore City this year, 173 were a result of gun violence, according to data from the CBS News gun violence tracker.
Expect a breezy and beautiful day ahead. Showers and storms are likely New Year's Eve evening before midnight.